Features Users Want Most in Kids Video Apps

Based on 828 real App Store reviews, here's exactly what users wish Kids Video apps would build.

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Missing Features
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Build Recs
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Opportunity

Most-Requested Missing Features

Features users are literally asking for in their reviews, ranked by demand.

#1: Ability to block specific content and channels

High Demand
"I wish there was a way to block channels/videos."
"I had to delete the app after my daughter started picking up bad behavior from one particular show."

#2: Improved parental controls

High Demand
"There’s no way to set filters for certain videos."
"I need better parental controls to manage what my kids watch."

#3: Customizable ad experience

Medium Demand
"I am fine with the app giving me ads to keep it free, but messing with the content is lowering the quality of the service."
"Please go back to only playing sound when I click play."

#4: Improved app stability

Medium Demand
"Fix bugs and glitches."
"Every software update is a bug fix."

#5: Enhanced search functionality

Low Demand
"It doesn’t have all the features of the google but still kind of good."
"Search sucks."

Build Recommendations

Prioritized actions based on user demand and market opportunity.

Reduce ad frequency and improve ad placement to enhance user experience.

Implement more robust content filtering mechanisms to prevent inappropriate content in YouTube Kids.

Introduce a feature allowing users to block specific channels or types of content.

Enhance app stability by addressing frequent crashes and freezes.

Develop a more intuitive navigation structure, especially for YouTube Studio.

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